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Mali begins building Russian-backed gold refinery
Mali will have a majority stake in the plant asserting its "economic sovereignty", the military leader says.
Kenya protesters clash with men wielding clubs
Protesters, angry with the death of a blogger in custody, demand the sacking of a senior policeman.
Sudan in danger of self-destructing as conflict and famine reign
The war is in strategic stalemate, but Sudan is no-one's priority - an orphan in a region that is ablaze.
Sudan in danger of self-destructing as conflict and famine reign
The war is in strategic stalemate, but Sudan is no-one's priority - an orphan in a region that is ablaze.
What is behind the wave of killings in central Nigeria?
Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu orders security officials to bring an end to the killings.
What is behind the wave of killings in central Nigeria?
Nigeria’s President Bola Tinubu orders security officials to bring an end to the killings.
Kenya’s deputy police chief steps aside amid uproar over blogger’s death
Eliud Lagat has been under pressure to resign after lodging the complaint that saw the blogger's arrest.
Uganda leader signs new law allowing military trials for civilians
A previous law that activists said was used to silence opponents was struck down by the Supreme Court.
Heavy rains in dry season cause havoc in DR Congo’s capital
At least 29 people were killed in Kinshasa as homes were swept away in unusually big downpours.
Zambian ex-president’s family settle funeral row with government
The row caused consternation with some wondering how they should mourn former leader Edgar Lungu.